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November 5, 2017
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Community “Wherever you are on your faith journey, you are welcome here” 10750 Ohio Ave Los Angeles, CA 90024 310-474-1527 www.sp-apostle.org
31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass Schedule Sunday Masses 7:30 am 9:30 am 11:30 am 5:00 pm Saturday (one mass only) 5:00 pm Vigil Weekday Masses Monday - Friday 6:30 am & 5:30 pm
Reconciliation Thursday and Saturday from 4:00 - 4:45 pm Parking for Mass at St. Paul’s Parking for St. Paul’s is located behind the church. Please enter the lot off of Selby Avenue. The lot on Ohio belongs to the Mormon Church. Thank You.
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November 5, 2017 Dear Parishioners: This past Friday and Saturday we celebrate the life of Sr. Stella Maria. The overwhelming number of people who came to pay their respect and celebrate her life is a testimony to the positive influence she had over all of her students as a teacher and principal.
These celebrations of her life could not have been possible without the input of some many people. I want to express a word of thank you to Sr. Enda and the Daughters of Mary and Joseph for their guidance in putting together the liturgies. A special thanks goes out to Fr. Tom Gibbons, who led the number of preparation meetings, as well as Rick Billups, Sue Bjelajac, Chris Walker and Lisa Wellik for the beautiful and prayerful liturgies. And last but not least, a big thank you to the all members of PWC, especially Cari Hilger, and Jill Plumb and the countless number of parents who provided the elegant receptions. Thank you to all. Once again I think this Irish poem entitled "Remembered Joy” sums up what Sr. Stella would say to us now: “I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one. I’d like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I’d like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways. Of happy times and laughing time and bright and sunny days. "I'd like the memory of me to be a happy one. I’d like to tears of those who grieve to dry before the sun, Of happy memories that I leave when life is one.” Have a great week. Fr. Daniel
In order to ensure that we are reaching our homebound we need to do two things: (1) we need to know the names of parishioners who are homebound and who wish to receive communion on Sundays and (2) we need to have a core of Eucharistic Ministers who are willing after a Sunday Mass to take communion to these parishioners. If you are interested in becoming a part of this most needed ministry, please call the office. They will compile a list of EM’s who are interested in this ministry. Also, if you know of any parishioner who is homebound and wishes to receive the Eucharist on Sundays, please let them know. They will compile a list with their name, address and phone number. This information will be passed on to Lisa Wellik. Training will be provided by Lisa and Fr. Tom, Fr. Jerry and Fr. Daniel.
Parish Activities for the week of November 5th, 2017 Monday - November 6, 2017
9:30 am 7:30 pm
Healthier Living Workshop (see page 5)- MPR Bible Study - MPR
Tuesday - November 7, 2017 8:05 am
Women’s Faith Sharing - MPR
Wednesday - November 8, 2017
7:30 am 3:45 pm 7:30 pm
Men’s Group- MPR Religious Educ. for Children RCIA for Adults
Thursday - November 9, 2017 Holy Hour following the 5:30 Mass
Friday - November 10, 2017~ Veterans Day 9:00 am Mass only today
Strategic Planning Project: This past Spring the parish and
school embarked on a Strategic Planning project. In order to chart a more unified vision and plan for our future as a strong and vibrant Catholic Community, together we are in the initial stage of this process. The independent consulting firm of Phillips & Associates will guide us through this process, with the support of a committee of volunteers from the St. Paul’s community: Bill Thomason, Chair; Father Daniel McCotter, Pastor; Father Tom Gibbons, Parochial Vicar; Rick Billups, Principal; Alicia Anderson, Chair of the Finance Council; Mary BertoneTangney, Former-Chair of the School Board; and Eddy Karyadi, Chair of Pastoral Council. In the comings weeks we will attempt to gain input from all members of St. Paul’s community so please stay tuned for updates as we embark on this very important undertaking. If you have any questions, please ask one of these committee members. We are looking forward to working together through this process Volunteers needed for SPA’s 11th Annual Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe Monday, Dec. 11th 7:00 pm Vigil Mass Are you the best volunteer for Our Blessed Mother? We need volunteers for SPA’s 11th annual mass (in English) in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, & reception. Please support our vigil Mass, decorate, build the Tepeyac Hill, or help on the day of our celebration. A meeting will be in the Church Classroom on Sun, 3:30 to 4:45 pm on: Nov. 19. Our event is sustained solely by your support. For more information, please contact Rosa Castillo: (310) 295-7463 or
[email protected] All help will be blessed by Our Lady.
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Parish Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm General E-Mail:
[email protected] Main Phone # 310-474-1527 Fax # -310-474-2897
PARISH STAFF Rev. Daniel McCotter, C.S.P. Pastor 424-832-5160
[email protected]
Irene Holly 310-689-6212 Director Children’s Religious Ed
[email protected]
Rev. Tom Gibbons, CSP Associate Pastor
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Adrian Barrios 424-832-5150 Confirmation /Youth Ministry/ And Young Adults
[email protected]
Rev. Gerard (Jerry) Tully, CSP Associate Pastor
[email protected] Rev. Mr. Danny Amos Parish Deacon
[email protected] Mary Ann Bertolucci 424-832-5158 Scheduling/Data Admin
[email protected] Mr. Richard Billups 310-474-1588, ext. 7225 School Principal
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Lois Massey 424-832-5152 Business Operations
[email protected] Virginia Ostrin 424-832-5153 Funeral Ministry
[email protected] Christopher Walker 310-689-6213 Director of Music
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Mary Pat Cooper SPA Development and Paulist Events 424-832-5162
[email protected]
Community Gift of 5%
“Whatever you did for one of these least of these, you did for me.”
Mt 6:40 b
Times are difficult for so many. The finance council and the parish staff have discussed how best the parish can respond to the increased need that we are experiencing through phone inquiries, walk-ins and the increased requests from various charitable agencies. Since September 2009, the parish has been giving 5% of the weekly collection to a charity.
Parish Support Monthly Credit Cards: Weekly Collection:
63,116.00 7,822.00
For more details on the collections or information on the purple printed slips for credit card donations, please contact Lois Massey in the parish office at 424-832-5152. DID YOU KNOW Background Checks With school starting again, it’s likely that your children are participating in a variety of after-school activities. Many school sports and club programs are run by volunteers, often parents with kids of their own in the school. It’s important that the school or program takes measures to protect all students, but as parents, it’s critical that you follow up and confirm that the proper checks have been done. The Archdiocese of Los Angeles uses fingerprinting as its core background check. All persons, whether paid or volunteer, who have regular contact with minors or vulnerable adults are fingerprinted.
The Paulist Fathers Priests in Residence Paul Lannan, C.S.P. 310-689-6203 Ted Vierra, C.S.P. 310-689-6210 Tom Clerkin, CSP 310-689-6208 Ed Wrobleski, C.S.P. 310-689-6211 Nazareth House: (310) 839-2361 Patrick Hensy, C.S.P. UCLA Catholic Center — (310) 208-5015 Fr. Jamie Baca, C.S.P., Asst. Dir. Fr. Mark Vilano, C.S.P., Asst. Dir. Paulist Productions
(310) 454-0688
Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Illegal Immigrants
Copies of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles Guide on Illegal Immigrants which was prepared by the lawyers of the Archdiocese is available in the Parish Office. The manual “Preparing Your Family
for Immigration Enforcement (March 7, 2017)" is also available via the internet at: la-archdiocese.org. In the Search box, type in “Preparing Your Family for Immigration Enforcement .
ATTN: All SPA Alumni Students, Parents, and Faculty Subscribe: www.spapwc.com/alumni Instagram: @spaalumni Facebook: @spaalumniassociation Email:
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November 5, 2017
Mass Inten ons Saturday, November 4, 2017 5:00 pm +Maria and Marlele F. del Rosario Sunday, November 5, 2017 7:30 AM +Paul Quinn 9:30 AM +Mike Connor 11:30 AM For World Peace 5:00 PM +James Samuel Oswald Monday, November 6, 2017 6:30 am +Mr. DiBartolomeo, Sr. 5:30 pm +Darrin Derle Deleavey Tuesday, November 7, 2017 6:30 am +Mary Lou Devine Kimble 5:30 pm +Michael McCotter Wednesday, November 8, 2017 6:30 am +James Ryan 5:30 pm +Catherine Lo Thursday, November 9, 2017 6:30 am +Hee Sun Kim 5:30 pm Ignatius Lo Friday, November 10, 2017 ~ Veterans Day 9:00 am +Peter Fasanella, Jr. Saturday, November 11, 2017 5:00 pm For the People of St. Paul the Apostle Sunday, November 12, 2017 7:30 AM +Nancy Sampson 9:30 AM +John Dimitri 11:30 AM +Michael McCotter 5:00 PM +Linda Gill
Please Pray for all those in our parish who are ill or in need of our prayers Teddi Schumann Lucy Gervasio Theresa Christman Rosemary Giuliano Anna Tilles Robert Paylor Donna Cobe Sister Stella Marie Enright Ruben Amado Nancy Hogan Agnes Kenworthy
Robert Gagliarere Inez Vasquez Joe T. Julia Terminella Wilma Warner Barbara Gluckman & Family Mary Frawley Thompson Sue Beltran Anne Beymer Mike Metcalfe Alma Ferrer
Please Pray for the Recently Deceased Homer Newman** Sr. Stella Maria Enright, DMJ
How can I add a name to the prayers of the faithful?
You can call the parish office at (310) 474-1527. You can also e-mail:
[email protected] *Please let us know about the conditions of those we are praying for. We will remove the name after 4 weeks on the list.
** Funeral Mass for Homer Newman, will be held at St. Paul the Apostle on Saturday, Nov. 11th at 10:30 am Homer was an SPA parishioner for 65 years, usher for more than 30 years at either the old 7:00 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. masses. He has been an attendee at 9:30 a.m. mass now for many years. His three children and two of his grandchildren attended St. Paul the Apostle School.
Pray with us for World Peace 11:30 Mass on the First Sunday of Each Month Pope Francis said that "peace remains a gift to be implored and built". Join us in this important work of imploring God for world peace on the first Sunday of each month at the 11:30 mass. Holy Hour Thursday (immediately following the 5:30 PM mass) . J oin us as we pray the Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet and personal meditation with Our Lord. First Friday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament From 3 - 5 pm (before the 5:30 mass)
Sandwich Builder We meet once a month on: 11/17, 12/15, 1/19, 2/9, 3/16, 4/20 , 5/11 For more information e-mail
[email protected] Please join us in helping make 1,000 lunches for our city’s homeless brothers and sisters. Volunteers of all ages are welcome to come at SEVEN pm to bag lunches. But we are especially in need of high schoolers and adults to MAKE the sandwiches from SIX to SEVEN pm — high schoolers and adults only, please, from 67. All are welcome to bring supplies such as creamy peanut butter, jelly, bread, and chips. This is a great community event and we hope to see you there.
Page 5 Are you interested in becoming Catholic? - If you have never been baptized; been baptized in another Christian tradition; been baptized Catholic and have not received the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist; been attending Mass and desire to join the community, please contact Fr. Jerry Tully, CSP at
[email protected] or phone 424-832-5155. RCIA meets on Weds evenings in the MPR at 7:30 pm. Adult Confirmation
If you are 21 or older, have received the sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist and would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in the Spring of 2017, please contact Fr. Daniel McCotter at (424) 832-160 or
[email protected].
RCIA for Children
The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) 8 yrs. to 14 yrs. of age is also part of the process where the children that have not received the sacraments of Baptism or Holy Eucharist meets on Sunday morning after the 9:30AM mass with their parents. Contact Irene Holly at 310-689-6212 or
[email protected].
Children’s Religious Education
Classes are held Wednesday afternoon from 3:45 to 5:15PM. Please call Irene Holly, Director, for more information at: 310-689-6212 or email
[email protected] .
Teen Confirmation -Adrian Barrios(
[email protected])
November 5, 2017 Faith Sharing—Men’s and Women’s
Men’s Faith Sharing —An on-going group designed for men. This group meets Wednesday mornings at 7:30 a.m. in the Multi-purpose room. All men are welcome. Women’s Faith Sharing—An on-going prayer group designed for women. The group meets Tuesday mornings at 8:0 5 am. In the Multi-purpose room. All women are welcome.
Lectors, Ushers, Eucharist Ministers Lectors -
If you are interested in reading at the Mass, please contact Tom Roth at 323-464-4102 or
[email protected] Ushers - If you are interested in joining our ushers/hospitality ministry, please contact John Newman at 310-845-9590 or
[email protected]. NOTE: 11:30 Mass is in immediate need of ushers.
Eucharist Ministers - If you ar e inter ested in becoming a EM, please contact Lisa Wellik
[email protected].
Homebound Ministry
If you or someone you know is homebound or infirmed and unable to join us at mass, and would like to receive communion, please call the parish office at 310-474-1527.
Confirmation classes for both year-1 and year-2 have begun. Please contact Adrian if you have not registered.
Sandwich Builders
6:00 - 7:00 pm (sandwich making for those over 16 years of age) 7:00 - 8:00 pm all ages welcome to assemble the packages. E-mail :
[email protected]. Next meeting Nov. 17th
Toddler Group SPA Toddler Group meets on Tuesdays from 10:30 - 11:30 am in the Multipurpose. Please e-mail the group at
[email protected] or call the Church Office for more information. Coffee and Donuts
Coffee and Donuts are offered after the 9:30 am mass. Questions or to volunteer contact the parish office by e-mail
[email protected].
Monday Evening Bible Study
Group meets in the MPR at 7:30 pm. Contact Dave Brady for more information:
[email protected]. Fall Session Sept. 11th - Nov 6th.
Catholic Business Ministry • • •
Promotes development of parish level communities of Catholic business leaders. Promotes development of inter-parish communities of Catholic leaders
Promotes outreach by Catholic business leaders to Catholic charitable causes. Meetings are held on 2nd Tues of the month, at 7:45 -9:00 a.m. at John O’Groats, 10516 Pico Blvd. For questions, contact Jay Spillane,
[email protected] or 424-217-5980.
Our mission:
ST. PAUL SENIORS
To provide adults over age 50 in our parish community with opportunities for spiritual growth, social connection and cultural enrichment. Our activities include monthly luncheons, interesting presentations and periodic bus trips to attractions in the greater metropolitan area.
HEALTHIER LIVING WORKSHOPS-6 week session 9:30 AM to 12 Noon in the MPR . You can still join the group on Oct. 9th. See flyers at Church doors for more information or call Danny at Jewish Family Services, 818-984-1380 x 108 Book Club. . .The next meeting will be on Tuesday, Nov. 7th in the Multipurpose Room from 1:00 to 2:30pm. For this month the group has chosen to read Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly. Join us for stimulating and thoughtful discussion of current bestsellers and classics. . For information, call
Claire at 310-474-5977.
SPA’s Social Group meets in the Multipurpose Room, from 12:00 - 2:30 PM, on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month. Next meeting is Nov. 6th. Please join us for lively conversation, friendship, refreshments, and more as we play Bingo. New Members are welcome. For information, call Eva 310-837-4197.
Infant Baptism at St. Paul the Apostle - Baptisms are
held on Sundays at 1 pm. Parent(s) must be registered in the parish and regularly attend Sunday mass. For more information or to schedule a baptism, please contact Deacon Danny Amos at
[email protected]
Restorative Justice/Prison Ministry
An ongoing ministry at SPA for 25 years, this ministry is making a difference in the lives of ’at risk’ youth. Attend mass and visit with youth incarcerated in Malibu Canyon or Sylmar detention facilities. Transportation is available. Please contact David Primac for more information at (310)-871-2968/
[email protected].
Habitat for Humanity - Catholic Build If you are interested in future builds, please contact Rick Bisetti for more information.
[email protected]
SPA Senior Group New Members Welcome
Sign up for our Newsletter No dues or obligations Complete a yellow form (available at the church entrances) and leave it at the Parish Office. Or email your contact information to
[email protected], or phone 424-832-5156 to leave a message.
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November 5, 2017 Profile of Paolo L. Puccini, C.S.P. Paolo L. Puccini, C.S.P. is doing his Pastoral Year in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He is a native of Houston, Texas and prior to joining the Paulists he was a mechanical engineer traveling internationally for three years. Paolo was impacted by the ministry of the Paulist Fathers as an undergraduate student at The University of Texas at Austin. He believes personal encounters with priests and the ministry are the best to help those discerning the priesthood. Attending a Come-and-See weekend in his senior year of college and then again years later, after having worked as an engineer, helped to broaden his understanding of the Paulist mission and ministries. In the midst of discernment, Paolo realized how many wonderful friends and mentors were in his life to help him discover how he could serve God. As a result, he wants to do the same for others when he becomes a priest. Please continue to pray for Paolo L. Puccini, C.S.P. and all our Paulist Seminarians.
___________________________________________________ Profile of Evan Bernard Cummings, C.S.P. Evan Bernard Cummings, C.S.P. is entering his third year of theology in Seminary. He is from Clearfield, Utah and before joining the Paulists Fathers he was a student at Utah State University working on a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy. He was called to the charism of the Paulist Fathers, in particular the ecumenical dialogue and missionary preaching. His advice to others discerning the priesthood is to speak with seminarians close to your age. They can answer questions that are most likely similar to the ones they had when discerning. The Come-andSee weekend helped him discover what the “average” day of a seminarian and priest is like. Saturday, November 10th Couples: married, engaged or serious learn how to deepen and enjoy their relationship more at the talk by Jackie François and Bobby Angel, authors of Forever, A Catholic Devotional for Your Marriage, which leads couples in prayer together and helps them grow in loving freely, totally, faithfully and fruitfully. Their free lecture at 3:00 p.m. will be followed by a question and answer period, prayer together and book-signing. Join us at Pauline Books & Media, 3908 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230. For more information call us at 310-397-8676.
One interesting tidbit about Evan is that he loves Legos. He could spend hours building things, taking them apart, and putting them back together again. Please continue to pray for Evan Bernard Cummings, C.S.P. and all our Paulist Seminarians.
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